Classic Costume

Classic Costume Fabulous frocks, fabrics, fun stuff, inspired by the past. https://linktr.ee/classic_costume

https://www.classic-costume.co.uk Welcome to the page for Classic Costume, where you can find images of costumes I make, costumes I like, news of other costume makers, sellers and auctioneers, pictures and links to other costume related stuff - shoes, hats, gloves, fabrics and haberdashery, plus 'Mad Costume of the Month'
Its lovely to see and hear what other people are doing - stops me g

oing nuts talking to the sewing machine - and you are welcome to share your costume photos and comments.

A little preview of some of the goodies I will be bringing with me to the . I will be in the Pavillion - just a month ...
13/08/2026

A little preview of some of the goodies I will be bringing with me to the . I will be in the Pavillion - just a month away now 🤓

A couple of regency style open robes in cotton ikat fabric added to the shop today 😍
04/08/2026

A couple of regency style open robes in cotton ikat fabric added to the shop today 😍

04/08/2026

A change of mood now collection of knitting patterns good for a variety of creative uses in the shop now at a bargain 50p each I think Toddlers’ Woolies is my favorite- most but not all patterns complete

Used to fix/repair/make clothing for these- many many years ago
02/08/2026

Used to fix/repair/make clothing for these- many many years ago

29/07/2026

You’re going to either love it or hate it - not sure yet myself, 🤪😎 but it’s got something. Somewhere between and - but with a vibe all of its own. Dress is available to purchase, please enquire.

Am I correct to think this is tatting? Obviously hand done but it is making my mind boggle thinking about the work that ...
28/07/2026

Am I correct to think this is tatting? Obviously hand done but it is making my mind boggle thinking about the work that went into it

27/07/2026

Amusing Aunt Jane - Square Pianist and friends. Your next chance to see them will be Bath on September 13th.

For those of you asking about men’s clothing, this is a rare opportunity:
25/07/2026

For those of you asking about men’s clothing, this is a rare opportunity:

Just realised the shop will be closed Sunday 26th, I will be attending this- and very excited I am too. 😍 Tickets still ...
22/07/2026

Just realised the shop will be closed Sunday 26th, I will be attending this- and very excited I am too. 😍 Tickets still available I understand.
However did it get to be the end of July already!?

Meet Jane Austen with music from her own collection, plus information about the musical thread running through her life and works. With Broadwood square piano and Erard harp & replica clothing, pianist Lisa Timbs, harpist Annemarie Rhys-Jones & Mezzo Soprano Susan Legg.

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27 New Street
Plymouth
PL12

Opening Hours

Thursday 11:30am - 4:30pm
Friday 11:30am - 4:30pm
Saturday 11:30am - 4:30pm
Sunday 11:30am - 4:30pm

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